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Tray Line Worker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Food Service Worker II

Boston, MA · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

Washes assigned area of tray line / POD. Stocks all refrigerators, check temperatures of all refrigerators. Report any problems w/equipment or refrigeration to supervisor. May be assigned to ...

food Service Worker II

Boston, MA

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

Ensures that tray line operations run in an efficient manner. Work assigned station on tray line / POD - hot server, builder, checker. Prepare and deliver patient food trays. Works in truck room and ...

General Labor Line Worker

Curtiss, WI · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Keep up with line flow placing packages into boxes * Check labels and apply to carton * Maintain ... Makes sure each tray has proper number of product on it, removes bad product, replaces with good ...

Food Service Worker II

Canton, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

Food Service Worker II

Canton, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

Food Service Worker II

Canton, GA

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to patient rooms ...

Food Service Worker II

Canton, GA

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to patient rooms ...

Food Service Worker II

Canton, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

Food Service Worker II

Canton, GA

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

Food Service Worker II

Atlanta, GA

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to patient rooms ...

Food Service Worker II

Canton, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

Food Service Worker II

Canton, GA

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

Food Service Worker II

Atlanta, GA

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

Food Service Worker II

Canton, GA

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

Food Service Worker II

Atlanta, GA

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

Food Service Worker II

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Overview Sets up the tray line and cafeteria, assembles and serves meals. May also prepare salads, desserts, beverages and other miscellaneous food items. Occasionally, may deliver meal trays to ...

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How much do tray line worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for tray line worker in the United States is $12.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $9.62 and $14.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are tray line workers?

Tray line workers are employees who assemble meal trays, typically in hospitals, nursing homes, or institutional cafeterias. They follow specific dietary orders and portion guidelines to ensure each tray meets individual nutritional requirements. Their responsibilities also include ensuring food safety, maintaining cleanliness, and working as part of a team to provide timely meal service to patients or clients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tray Line Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tray Line Worker, you generally need basic food service knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to follow safety and sanitation guidelines, with a high school diploma often preferred. Familiarity with food handling equipment, tray assembly systems, and sometimes ServSafe certification are typically required. Strong teamwork, reliability, and communication skills help ensure smooth operations and effective collaboration with kitchen staff. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining food safety, meeting dietary requirements, and delivering efficient meal service in institutional settings.

What are some common challenges faced by Tray Line Workers, and how can they be successfully managed?

Tray Line Workers often operate in fast-paced environments, especially during peak meal times in healthcare or institutional settings. Common challenges include maintaining speed and accuracy while assembling meal trays, adhering to dietary restrictions, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Successful Tray Line Workers develop strong teamwork skills, practice effective communication, and stay organized to manage these demands. Regular training on food handling and clear labeling can also help minimize errors and improve workflow.

What is the difference between Tray Line Worker vs Food Service Worker?

AspectTray Line WorkerFood Service Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; may require food handling certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; may require food safety certifications
Work EnvironmentHospital, cafeteria, or institutional dining areasRestaurants, cafeterias, or catering services
Job DutiesAssembling trays, serving food, maintaining cleanlinessTaking orders, serving food, cleaning, customer service
Industry UsagePrimarily healthcare and institutional settingsFood service industry across various settings

While both roles involve food service tasks, Tray Line Workers focus on assembling and serving trays in institutional environments, whereas Food Service Workers have broader responsibilities including customer interaction in diverse food service settings.

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Food Service Worker II

Food Service Worker II

Mass General Brigham

Boston, MA • On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 24 days ago


Brigham and Women's Hospital rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 98 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

126th of 1,001 rated hospitals


Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
• Works under general supervision of a Food Service Supervisor and follows established procedures and job flows.
• Assembles trays for patients.
• Cleans assigned area & equipment after meal service.
• Delivers food to patient floors.
• Delivers trays directly to patients.
• Works in the truck room and dish room area.
• Checks in daily food and non- food items for tray line and stores them in a sanitary manner.
• Obtains and stocks all items necessary to operate tray line from other areas of the department.
• Ensures that tray line operations run in an efficient manner.
• Work assigned station on tray line / POD - hot server, builder, checker.
• Prepare and deliver patient food trays.
• Works in truck room and dish room area; organizes dirty dishes, trays, etc. to be placed in dish machine; unloads dish machine, and transports clean dishes to tray line area.
• Cleans, sanitizes, dries patient food trucks.
• Prepares workstation along tray line / POD. Assembles utensils, proper containers and plates in appropriate quantity for meal service. Alert appropriate personnel within area if additional products or supplies are needed. Alert appropriate personnel to issues such as incorrect temperature, poor appearance of food, unacceptable quality of any kind as far as the food is concerned.
• Breaks down and restocks all workstations when meal service is complete. Washes assigned area of tray line / POD. Stocks all refrigerators, check temperatures of all refrigerators. Report any problems w/equipment or refrigeration to supervisor. May be assigned to breakdown and clean POD refrigerators, tables and condiment containers. Will be assigned to clean and polish stainless steel, reach in coolers and freezers.
• Delivers food trucks to patient floors as assigned. Assures all food trucks are placed in their gallies and secured. Picks up food tray trucks from patient floors after each meal period. Delivers outpatient/inpatient breakfasts, lunches & dinners (boxes or meals) to Emergency Department, Blood Bank, APS, Ellison 2, etc...as needed.
• Sweep and mop tray line area and hallway. Remove all accumulated trash to refuse area.
• Handles food, supplies and equipment in a manner that meets federal state, local and The Joint Commission regulations.
• Must be customer service oriented and meet all guidelines of patient rights and patient confidentiality.
• Other duties may be assigned as business and staffing needs change.
• Must be able to read, speak, write and understand English.
• Must be able to follow basic oral and written directions
• Prior experience in a food service setting preferred
• Able to communicate with a diverse patient and employee base
• Must be dependable - no excessive absenteeism/lateness - per department policy.
• Understands and follows Safety and Sanitation procedures
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Food service experience 2-3 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
- Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
- Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
- Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature requirements.
- Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
- Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
  • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
273 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
20
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Evening (United States of America)
Pay Range
$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly
Grade
2
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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